Question

i know this for a fact, because when i was growing up, my mothers \limited\ english limited my perception of her. i was ashamed of her english. i believed that her english reflected the quality of what she had to say. that is, because she expressed them imperfectly her thoughts were imperfect. -- \mother tongue,\ amy tan
what type of language does tan use in this passage?
both formal and informal english
select two words that accurately describe tans word choice in this passage.
conversational
humorous
playful
sophisticated
joyous
academic

Explanation:

• Conversational: The passage has a personal and informal tone, like a conversation, as Tan shares her personal experiences and thoughts.
• Sophisticated: Despite the conversational aspect, Tan's ideas are complex. She reflects on how her mother's "limited" English affected her perception, showing a depth of thought.

Answer:

conversational, sophisticated